Leeds promotion 'really special' but 'investment needed'

We asked you how it feels to see Leeds United win promotion back to the Premier League and whether they can stay up next season.

Here's what you said:

Jamie: I'm so pleased for our fans and the city. We love our football and haven't had the best of times since Bielsa made us fall in love with the game again. I'll be enjoying the moment, but am highly aware that we are likely to have a rude awakening come August and it's now that we need our shareholders to step up and make us the club we know we can be. And also, thank you Daniel Farke, you'll never get the same credit as MB but you've had to deal with a lot. You've done a great job, and done it with class.

Tim: Great for Leeds to be back, but based on the fact that the three teams who got promoted have come straight back down the following season, I worry the FFP rules will hamper proper investment into the team. Can the owners build a squad, and build a fit-for-purpose stadium at the same time within the rules? I do hope so. MOT.

Alison: Great to get promoted again. Not as momentous as last time but still special. I really feared what would happen in terms of losing more favourite players if they didn't achieve promotion this season. So also a relief. The sale of Archie Gray last year broke my heart! I wonder how he feels now. If only he could have stayed one more season.

Andy: Delighted to go up… but 49ers and Red Bull now need to step up. So difficult to stay there. Investment needed. Give me 17th place right now.

David: Agree with others that Leeds have to invest in the summer, but I think it's important that we don't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Ampadu, Rodon, Tanaka, James, Bogle and others have all earned a crack at the Prem. Squad needs a boost yes, but not an overhaul.

James: What an incredible feeling. It definitely feels different this time, especially since the last promotion was during Covid, so it's really special for all of the fans to properly enjoy the moment. The success is down to Farke and the way he has managed the team and players. Of course some changes to the squad could have been done sooner but in the end Farke has delivered on his promise and brought Leeds back to the Premier League. As for staying up, things are different now. As they say, Rome was not built in a day and all you have to do is look back at the Red Bull sponsorship, the 49ers buying the club. The investment is there, the management is there, the fans will always be there and now it's time to be the Leeds of old!

Seljuk: Fantastic. Relief that it isn't the play-offs! Next step: some proper strategic planning for how to survive and thrive in the PL. A five-year plan. That will require money, yes. But let's also look for some bargains too - especially battle-hardened PL players who can add some experience, grit and stability to the team. Oh, and a goalie.

Stephen: As a lifelong Leeds fan, I am so happy that we have got over the line this year with 2 games to spare, the disappointment of last year almost a distant memory. To have gained promotion whilst playing such attractive, open and attacking football is a testament to the team and coaching staff. The number of goals scored and our goal difference leaves us head and shoulders above everyone else. It was also pleasing to see the goals have been shared throughout the team. MOT into the Premier League. The icing on the cake will be securing two more wins so we go up as champions.

Paul: Supporting Leeds has always been an emotional rollercoaster. We never seem to do things the easy way but winning promotion again is a brilliant achievement. At the same time, the PL is a daunting prospect when you see what's happened to last season's promoted clubs. Leeds will need to invest and as supporters we shouldn't expect too much for the season ahead. Surviving the first season will be a challenge. Looking at the relative success of teams like Forest, Villa and Brentford shows what can be done. MOT!